Cost of Living Calculator - Dubuque, Iowa vs Olympia, Washington


The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 36.5% more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $102,349 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Dubuque, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
126% more expensive in Olympia
than in Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque, IA vs Olympia, WA
Compared to Dubuque, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  101.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.5% lower
  Commute
  28.7% higher
  Health
  16.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher

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